Fine-banded Woodpecker
NameFine-banded Woodpecker
Common NameFine-banded Woodpecker
Scientific NameCampethera scriptoricauda
FamilyPicidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsUnderparts are finely barred greenish-yellow, contrasting with olive-green upperparts that have pale barring. The head is greyish, often with fine streaking. Males have a red crown and nape, while females show red only on the nape.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, rapid 'wick-wick-wick' notes that often accelerate into a trill. Like other woodpeckers, it also produces drumming sounds.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found in East Africa, with its range extending across southeastern Kenya, eastern Tanzania, northern Mozambique, and southeastern Malawi.
Identifying FeaturesFinely barred greenish-yellow underparts, Greyish head, Red crown and nape (male) or red nape only (female), Olive-green upperparts with pale barring
Description
The Fine-banded Woodpecker is a medium-sized woodpecker characterized by its finely barred greenish-yellow underparts and a greyish head. Males display a red crown and nape, while females have red restricted to the nape. This species typically forages for insects in woodlands and savannas.
